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Chinese team flags life-threatening ‘glaring weakness’ in Nasa’s Artemis programme
A Chinese team has identified a life-threatening flaw in NASA's Artemis program, highlighting a contrast in approaches between China and the United States regarding main engine failure risks. NASA's Orion spacecraft relies on a single main engine for critical maneuvers, while the article suggests China's approach may differ in prioritizing safety.
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